Autumn in the Valley

 

Autumn is banksia season in the Valley, which the local nectar eating birds and insects love! 

A gorgeous grevillea.

We are fortunate to have a large Menzies’ banksia flowering profusely near the volunteer picnic area, together with some newly planted ‘Birthday Candles’, a low growing banksia, along the pathways. 

 

The pin cushion hakea has just started to flower, and the everlasting daisies have germinated with the recent rains. 

Mark has recently planted three large beds of leafy greens for the possums and parrots, and the poplars are showering the paddocks with their golden leaves, much to the delight of the goats!

 

Recipe - Heirloom Tomato Pie

 

Thanks to a lovely donation of homegrown tomatoes from a regular Rescue Poo gardener, we made a simple and delicious pie!

Ingredients

- 500g of small mixed tomatoes, cut into halves

- 1 sheet of vegan puff pastry

- 1 red onion, sliced and lightly sauteed

- Spray vegetable oil

- A large bunch of fresh basil, salad and chips to serve. 

Method

- Spray a baking dish lightly with vegetable oil and lay tomatoes cut side down. 

- Add sauteed red onion, then cover with puff pastry. 

- Using a fork, gently pierce some holes into the pastry to allow steam to escape. 

- Cook on 180C for around 15 minutes or until the pastry is golden and puffed. 

- Allow to sit for ten minutes to cool and then tip pastry side down on a serving platter. 

- Sprinkle with fresh basil – enjoy!

Rescue Poo – available now!

With the autumn rains it is time to get back out in the garden. Help your plants flourish with Possum Valley’s ‘Rescue Poo!’ An organic mix of sheep, goat, horse, donkey, and chicken poo, along with spent straw and hay, composted over one year.

Just $20 a trailer to collect (we can load your trailer!) – Saturday morning pick ups.

Or $120 delivered within a 20km radius of the Sanctuary (Mount Helena, Western Australia). 

Our veggie gardens for the animals are thriving thanks to Rescue Poo!

  

Event - High Tea for the Animals

Sunday 7 June 2026 

2:00 PM - 4:00 PM 

Join us for a delicious ‘High Tea for the Animals’ on Sunday the 7th of June. 

Enjoy an afternoon of sweet and savoury treats while helping the animals.

Dress up and bring your friends! Have an afternoon high tea with a mouthwatering cruelty-free menu (gluten free on request). You will be served a complimentary glass of sparkling, tea and coffee and array of savoury and sweet foods. Enjoy live music, try your luck in the raffle or silent auction and purchase some unique Possum Valley merchandise.

To purchase tickets, visit: 

https://www.trybooking.com/events/landing/1572737  

 

 

 

Possum Valley Paddock Pilates begins May!

Lily is excited to try Pilates! 

Join her and her sheep and goat friends on Saturday the 9th of May for our first ‘Paddock Pilates’.
What a great Mother’s Day gift!

To book your tickets see:
https://www.trybooking.com/.../possumvalleyanimalsanctuary

Roll up, roll over and double leg stretch while Possum Valley's adorable goat and sheep family wander around, adjust your corkscrew and engage your core. 

Book your place now! 

 

Remembering Paul

Late last month we said goodbye to dear Paul Ram after ten wonderful years. 

Paul arrived at the Sanctuary after he was collected by Rangers Araluen. 

Even though Paul arrived with little eyesight, he went on to live a very love filled life with Phillip and George rams, and later Ginger the goat. 

Paul’s favourite person was volunteer Greet, who never missed an opportunity to lavish him with affection and treats.

 

Rest in Peace Paul, always in our hearts.

 

 

                                                                                             

Art for the Animals Auction 2026

 

On the 28th of February we held our first Art for the Animals charitable art exhibition and auction. The event united art, community, and compassion for an evening with purpose.

 

The exhibition featured a curated selection of original artworks generously donated by local and emerging artists, all inspired by a shared love of animals and nature. These works were auctioned on the night and online, with all proceeds going directly toward the rescue, rehabilitation, and ongoing care of animals at the sanctuary.  

Guests enjoyed a bar and complimentary nibblies throughout the evening, and also live music. 

Thank you to all of the artists who contributed your amazing works, to the volunteers, to those supporters who attended and those who purchased artworks. 

This special evening has helped Possum Valley Animal Sanctuary continue to provide a safe haven for animals in need.